Disparity in the root morphology of six rice(Oryza sativa L.) genotypes varying in potassium(K) efficiency was studied with three K levels:5 mg/L(low),10 mg/L(moderate) and 40 mg/L(adequate) in hydroponic culture. Mor...Disparity in the root morphology of six rice(Oryza sativa L.) genotypes varying in potassium(K) efficiency was studied with three K levels:5 mg/L(low),10 mg/L(moderate) and 40 mg/L(adequate) in hydroponic culture. Morphological parameters included root length,surface area,volume and count of lateral roots,as well as fine(diameter<0.2 mm) and thick(diameter>0.2 mm) roots. The results indicate that the root growth of all genotypes was reduced under low K,but moderate K deficiency increased the root length of the efficient genotypes. At deficient and moderate K levels,all the efficient rice genotypes developed more fine roots(diameter<0.2 mm) than the inefficient ones. Both fine root count and root surface area were found to be the best parameters to portray K stress in rice. In accordance with the root morphology,higher K concentrations were noted in shoots of the efficient genotypes when grown at moderate and deficient K levels,indicating that root morphology parameters are involved in root uptake for K and in the translocation of K up to shoots. K deficiency affected not only the root morphology,but also the root ultra-structure. The roots of high-efficient genotypes had stronger tolerance to K deficient stress for root membrane damage,and could maintain the developed root architecture to adapt to the low K growth medium.展开更多
The combination of intercropping and phytoremediation in the remediation of cadmium contaminated soil is an emerging model in recent years,but the results of previous studies are inconsistent.In the field experiment,e...The combination of intercropping and phytoremediation in the remediation of cadmium contaminated soil is an emerging model in recent years,but the results of previous studies are inconsistent.In the field experiment,eggplant was intercropped with hyperaccumula-tor Sedum alfredii Hance(inoculated or not inoculated with endophytic bacteria)to study the effects of intercropping on vegetable safety production,phytoremediation efficiency of hyperaccumulator and variation of soil available nutrients.The results showed that the in-tercropping treatment had a negative effect on the growth of eggplant and Sedum,but en-dophyte SaMR12 alleviated the inhibition of intercropping on plant growth.Intercropping treatment increases the Cd concentration in edible part of eggplant to 1.34 mg/kg compared with eggplant monoculture(1.19 mg/kg).While the application of SaMR12 reduces the Cd concentration of eggplant fruit to 0.95 mg/kg and significantly promotes the Cd uptake by Sedum.What's more surprising is that compared with eggplant monocropping,the con-tent of soil available nitrogen,phosphorus and potassium in the treatment of intercropping with inoculated Sedum increased significantly.And according to the correlation analysis of various indexes of plants and soil,the Cd content of eggplant is negatively correlated with the available phosphorus and potassium in the soil,while the Cd content of Sedum is positively correlated with it,which suggested that the application of phosphorus and potas-sium fertilizers in this experimental site was beneficial to reduce Cd content in eggplant and improve Cd phytoextraction of Sedum.Therefore,in the daily production of moderately Cd-contaminated soil,intercropping eggplant with Sedum inoculated with endophytic bacteria is an excellent Phytoextraction Coupled with Agro-safe-production(PCA)pattern.展开更多
BACKGROUND Patients with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)generally have good survival rates following surgical resection.However,a subset of these patients experience recurrence within five years post-surgery...BACKGROUND Patients with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)generally have good survival rates following surgical resection.However,a subset of these patients experience recurrence within five years post-surgery.AIM To develop predictive models utilizing machine learning(ML)methods to detect early-stage patients at a high risk of mortality.METHODS Eight hundred and eight patients with HCC at Beijing Ditan Hospital were randomly allocated to training and validation cohorts in a 2:1 ratio.Prognostic models were generated using random survival forests and artificial neural networks(ANNs).These ML models were compared with other classic HCC scoring systems.A decision-tree model was established to validate the contri-bution of immune-inflammatory indicators to the long-term outlook of patients with early-stage HCC.RESULTS Immune-inflammatory markers,albumin-bilirubin scores,alpha-fetoprotein,tumor size,and International Normalized Ratio were closely associated with the 5-year survival rates.Among various predictive models,the ANN model gene-rated using these indicators through ML algorithms exhibited superior perfor-mance,with a 5-year area under the curve(AUC)of 0.85(95%CI:0.82-0.88).In the validation cohort,the 5-year AUC was 0.82(95%CI:0.74-0.85).According to the ANN model,patients were classified into high-risk and low-risk groups,with an overall survival hazard ratio of 7.98(95%CI:5.85-10.93,P<0.0001)between the two cohorts.INTRODUCTION Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is one of the six most prevalent cancers[1]and the third leading cause of cancer-related mortality[2].China has some of the highest incidence and mortality rates for liver cancer,accounting for half of global cases[3,4].The Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer(BCLC)Staging System is the most widely used framework for diagnosing and treating HCC[5].The optimal candidates for surgical treatment are those with early-stage HCC,classified as BCLC stage 0 or A.Patients with early-stage liver cancer typically have a better prognosis after surgical resection,achieving a 5-year survival rate of 60%-70%[6].However,the high postoperative recurrence rates of HCC remain a major obstacle to long-term efficacy.To improve the prognosis of patients with early-stage HCC,it is necessary to develop models that can identify those with poor prognoses,enabling stratified and personalized treatment and follow-up strategies.Chronic inflammation is linked to the development and advancement of tumors[7].Recently,peripheral blood immune indicators,such as neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio(NLR),platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio(PLR),and lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio(LMR),have garnered extensive attention and have been used to predict survival in various tumors and inflammation-related diseases[8-10].However,the relationship between these combinations of immune markers and the outcomes in patients with early-stage HCC require further investigation.Machine learning(ML)algorithms are capable of handling large and complex datasets,generating more accurate and personalized predictions through unique training algorithms that better manage nonlinear statistical relationships than traditional analytical methods.Commonly used ML models include artificial neural networks(ANNs)and random survival forests(RSFs),which have shown satisfactory accuracy in prognostic predictions across various cancers and other diseases[11-13].ANNs have performed well in identifying the progression from liver cirrhosis to HCC and predicting overall survival(OS)in patients with HCC[14,15].However,no studies have confirmed the ability of ML models to predict post-surgical survival in patients with early-stage HCC.Through ML,a better understanding of the risk factors for early-stage HCC prognosis can be achieved.This aids in surgical decision-making,identifying patients at a high risk of mortality,and selecting subsequent treatment strategies.In this study,we aimed to establish a 5-year prognostic model for patients with early-stage HCC after surgical resection,based on ML and systemic immune-inflammatory indicators.This model seeks to improve the early monitoring of high-risk patients and provide personalized treatment plans.展开更多
BACKGROUND Clinically significant portal hypertension(CSPH)is a crucial prognostic deter-minant for liver-related events(LREs)in patients with compensated viral cir-rhosis.Liver stiffness measurement(LSM)-related mark...BACKGROUND Clinically significant portal hypertension(CSPH)is a crucial prognostic deter-minant for liver-related events(LREs)in patients with compensated viral cir-rhosis.Liver stiffness measurement(LSM)-related markers may help to predict the risk of LREs.AIM To evaluate the value of LSM and its composite biomarkers[LSM-platelet ratio(LPR),LSM-albumin ratio(LAR)]in predicting LREs.METHODS This study retrospectively enrolled compensated viral cirrhosis patients with CSPH.The Cox regression model was employed to examine the prediction of LSM,LPR,and LAR for LREs.The model performance was assessed through receiver operating characteristic,decision curve,and time-dependent area under the curve analysis.The Kaplan-Meier curve was used to evaluate the cumulative incidence of LREs,and further stratified analysis of different LREs was per-formed.RESULTS A total of 598 patients were included,and 319 patients(53.3%)developed LREs during follow-up.Multivariate proportional hazards modeling demonstrated that LSM,LPR,and LAR were independent predictors of LREs.LPR had better performance in predicting LREs than LAR and LSM(area under the curve=0.780,0.727,0.683,respectively,all P<0.05).The cumulative incidence of LREs in the high-risk group were significantly higher than that in the low-risk group(P<0.001).Among the different LREs,LPR was superior to LSM and LAR in predicting liver decompensation,while the difference in predicting hepatocellular carcinoma and liver-related death was relatively small.CONCLUSION LPR is superior to LSM and LAR in predicting LREs in compensated viral cirrhosis patients with CSPH,especially in predicting liver decompensation.展开更多
[Objectives]To analyze the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve,Fujian Province.[Methods]This study examined the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve through...[Objectives]To analyze the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve,Fujian Province.[Methods]This study examined the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve through field investigations and specimen identification,supplemented by a review of relevant literature.[Results]A total of 84 species of lycophytes and ferns were identified,encompassing 55 genera and 29 families.This included 14 species of lycophytes distributed across 8 genera and 3 families,as well as 70 species of ferns belonging to 47 genera and 26 families.Polypodiaceae and Selaginella were the dominant family and genus,respectively,while oligospecific families and monotypic genera were significant components of lycophytes and ferns in the region.The distribution types of these families were primarily cosmopolitan and tropical.The Germline differentiation degree(SD)was 3.34,and the proportion of rare or endangered species among lycophytes and ferns was 8.33%.[Conclusions]Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve possesses a diverse array of lycophyte and fern species.This study offers valuable scientific insights that can inform efforts related to the conservation of biodiversity,resource utilization and development,species introduction,and system evolution of lycophytes and ferns within the reserve.展开更多
Fructose consumption has risen dramatically in recent decades due to the use of sucrose and high fructose corn syrup in beverages and processed foods,contributing to rising rates of hyperuricemia.The purpose of this e...Fructose consumption has risen dramatically in recent decades due to the use of sucrose and high fructose corn syrup in beverages and processed foods,contributing to rising rates of hyperuricemia.The purpose of this experiment was to explore the anti-hyperuricemia effects of an active oligopeptide(GPSGRP)derived from sea cucumber in fructose induced hyperuricemia mouse model,and to clarify the underlying mechanism in sight of gut microbiota and serum metabolites.Peptide GPSGRP treatment rebalanced uric acid metabolism and alleviated inflammatory response in mice.In addition,treatment with GPSGRP decreased the abundance of Bacteroides and Proteobacteria at the phylum level,Muribaculum,Prevotella and Bacteroides at the genus level,and inhibited the related pathways of purine metabolism and glycolysis/gluconeogenesis metabolism.Moreover,serum metabolites,including linoleic acid,indole and its derivatives,arachidonic acid and uridine,as well as related metabolic pathways,such as tricarboxylic acid cycle,ketone production and sugar production,were altered in response to GPSGRP treatment.This study provides a valuable reference for the application and development of marine biological peptides in uric acid management.展开更多
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a kind of serious mental disorder that occurs after severe traumatic events. It is characterized by severe emotional and memory damage. This paper reviews the relevant research...Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a kind of serious mental disorder that occurs after severe traumatic events. It is characterized by severe emotional and memory damage. This paper reviews the relevant research literature on PTSD at home and abroad in recent years, and reviews the mechanism of cognitive impairment in mental trauma to reveal the functional mechanism of cognitive impairment in post-traumatic stress disorder, in order to provide reference for future research.展开更多
<strong>Objective:</strong> Against a background of the two-child policy in China, the objective is to explore the effects of lower limb strengthening exercises on hospitalized pregnant women put on bed re...<strong>Objective:</strong> Against a background of the two-child policy in China, the objective is to explore the effects of lower limb strengthening exercises on hospitalized pregnant women put on bed rest for prevention of miscarriage. <strong>Method:</strong> Sixty cases of pregnant women admitted to the Department of Obstetrics in one of the highest ranking hospitals in Guangzhou, China, during the period from November 2018 to December 2019 for the purpose of preventing miscarriage were selected. They were divided into an experimental group and a control group of 30 cases each. The control group was put under routine care while the intervention group conducted lower limb muscle strengthening exercise on top of the routine care. After the intervention, the conditions of lower limbs, the psychological states and the results of pregnancy for the two groups were compared. <strong>Results: </strong>After the intervention, the scores of the experimental group in anxiety, depression and postpartum depression were lower and leg circumferences were smaller compared to the control group. The difference is statistically significant (<em>P</em> < 0.05). The experimental group had longer gestation than the control group and was able to get out of bed earlier than the control group after delivery, with statistically significant difference (<em>P</em> < 0.05). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Lower limb muscle strengthening exercises can effectively improve the physiological and psychological states of pregnant women hospitalized for prevention of miscarriage and promote their postpartum recovery.展开更多
MicroRNAs(miRNAs)play an important regulatory role in neuronal growth and development.Different mi RNAs target different genes to protect neurons in different ways,such as by avoiding apoptosis,preventing degeneration...MicroRNAs(miRNAs)play an important regulatory role in neuronal growth and development.Different mi RNAs target different genes to protect neurons in different ways,such as by avoiding apoptosis,preventing degeneration mediated by conditional mediators,preventing neuronal loss,weakening certain neurotoxic mechanisms,avoiding damage to neurons,and reducing inflammatory damage to them.The high expression of mi RNAs in the brain has significantly facilitated their development as protective targets for therapy,including neuroprotection and neuronal recovery.mi RNA is indispensable to the growth and development of neurons,and in turn,is beneficial for the development of the brain and checking the progression of various diseases of the nervous system.It can thus be used as an important therapeutic target for models of various diseases.This review provides an introduction to the protective effects of mi RNA on neurons in case of different diseases or damage models,and then provides reference values and reflections on the relevant treatments for the benefit of future research in the area.展开更多
基金Project supported by the Program for Changjiang Scholars andInnovative Research Team in University of China (No. IRT0536)the National Basic Research Program (973) of China (No. 30740011)
文摘Disparity in the root morphology of six rice(Oryza sativa L.) genotypes varying in potassium(K) efficiency was studied with three K levels:5 mg/L(low),10 mg/L(moderate) and 40 mg/L(adequate) in hydroponic culture. Morphological parameters included root length,surface area,volume and count of lateral roots,as well as fine(diameter<0.2 mm) and thick(diameter>0.2 mm) roots. The results indicate that the root growth of all genotypes was reduced under low K,but moderate K deficiency increased the root length of the efficient genotypes. At deficient and moderate K levels,all the efficient rice genotypes developed more fine roots(diameter<0.2 mm) than the inefficient ones. Both fine root count and root surface area were found to be the best parameters to portray K stress in rice. In accordance with the root morphology,higher K concentrations were noted in shoots of the efficient genotypes when grown at moderate and deficient K levels,indicating that root morphology parameters are involved in root uptake for K and in the translocation of K up to shoots. K deficiency affected not only the root morphology,but also the root ultra-structure. The roots of high-efficient genotypes had stronger tolerance to K deficient stress for root membrane damage,and could maintain the developed root architecture to adapt to the low K growth medium.
基金This work was supported by the National Key Research and Development Project of China(No.2017YFD0801104)the Key R&D projects in Zhejiang Province(No.2021C04020).
文摘The combination of intercropping and phytoremediation in the remediation of cadmium contaminated soil is an emerging model in recent years,but the results of previous studies are inconsistent.In the field experiment,eggplant was intercropped with hyperaccumula-tor Sedum alfredii Hance(inoculated or not inoculated with endophytic bacteria)to study the effects of intercropping on vegetable safety production,phytoremediation efficiency of hyperaccumulator and variation of soil available nutrients.The results showed that the in-tercropping treatment had a negative effect on the growth of eggplant and Sedum,but en-dophyte SaMR12 alleviated the inhibition of intercropping on plant growth.Intercropping treatment increases the Cd concentration in edible part of eggplant to 1.34 mg/kg compared with eggplant monoculture(1.19 mg/kg).While the application of SaMR12 reduces the Cd concentration of eggplant fruit to 0.95 mg/kg and significantly promotes the Cd uptake by Sedum.What's more surprising is that compared with eggplant monocropping,the con-tent of soil available nitrogen,phosphorus and potassium in the treatment of intercropping with inoculated Sedum increased significantly.And according to the correlation analysis of various indexes of plants and soil,the Cd content of eggplant is negatively correlated with the available phosphorus and potassium in the soil,while the Cd content of Sedum is positively correlated with it,which suggested that the application of phosphorus and potas-sium fertilizers in this experimental site was beneficial to reduce Cd content in eggplant and improve Cd phytoextraction of Sedum.Therefore,in the daily production of moderately Cd-contaminated soil,intercropping eggplant with Sedum inoculated with endophytic bacteria is an excellent Phytoextraction Coupled with Agro-safe-production(PCA)pattern.
基金Supported by High-Level Chinese Medicine Key Discipline Construction Project,No.zyyzdxk-2023005Capital Health Development Research Project,No.2024-1-2173the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82474426 and No.82474419。
文摘BACKGROUND Patients with early-stage hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)generally have good survival rates following surgical resection.However,a subset of these patients experience recurrence within five years post-surgery.AIM To develop predictive models utilizing machine learning(ML)methods to detect early-stage patients at a high risk of mortality.METHODS Eight hundred and eight patients with HCC at Beijing Ditan Hospital were randomly allocated to training and validation cohorts in a 2:1 ratio.Prognostic models were generated using random survival forests and artificial neural networks(ANNs).These ML models were compared with other classic HCC scoring systems.A decision-tree model was established to validate the contri-bution of immune-inflammatory indicators to the long-term outlook of patients with early-stage HCC.RESULTS Immune-inflammatory markers,albumin-bilirubin scores,alpha-fetoprotein,tumor size,and International Normalized Ratio were closely associated with the 5-year survival rates.Among various predictive models,the ANN model gene-rated using these indicators through ML algorithms exhibited superior perfor-mance,with a 5-year area under the curve(AUC)of 0.85(95%CI:0.82-0.88).In the validation cohort,the 5-year AUC was 0.82(95%CI:0.74-0.85).According to the ANN model,patients were classified into high-risk and low-risk groups,with an overall survival hazard ratio of 7.98(95%CI:5.85-10.93,P<0.0001)between the two cohorts.INTRODUCTION Hepatocellular carcinoma(HCC)is one of the six most prevalent cancers[1]and the third leading cause of cancer-related mortality[2].China has some of the highest incidence and mortality rates for liver cancer,accounting for half of global cases[3,4].The Barcelona Clinic Liver Cancer(BCLC)Staging System is the most widely used framework for diagnosing and treating HCC[5].The optimal candidates for surgical treatment are those with early-stage HCC,classified as BCLC stage 0 or A.Patients with early-stage liver cancer typically have a better prognosis after surgical resection,achieving a 5-year survival rate of 60%-70%[6].However,the high postoperative recurrence rates of HCC remain a major obstacle to long-term efficacy.To improve the prognosis of patients with early-stage HCC,it is necessary to develop models that can identify those with poor prognoses,enabling stratified and personalized treatment and follow-up strategies.Chronic inflammation is linked to the development and advancement of tumors[7].Recently,peripheral blood immune indicators,such as neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio(NLR),platelet-to-lymphocyte ratio(PLR),and lymphocyte-to-monocyte ratio(LMR),have garnered extensive attention and have been used to predict survival in various tumors and inflammation-related diseases[8-10].However,the relationship between these combinations of immune markers and the outcomes in patients with early-stage HCC require further investigation.Machine learning(ML)algorithms are capable of handling large and complex datasets,generating more accurate and personalized predictions through unique training algorithms that better manage nonlinear statistical relationships than traditional analytical methods.Commonly used ML models include artificial neural networks(ANNs)and random survival forests(RSFs),which have shown satisfactory accuracy in prognostic predictions across various cancers and other diseases[11-13].ANNs have performed well in identifying the progression from liver cirrhosis to HCC and predicting overall survival(OS)in patients with HCC[14,15].However,no studies have confirmed the ability of ML models to predict post-surgical survival in patients with early-stage HCC.Through ML,a better understanding of the risk factors for early-stage HCC prognosis can be achieved.This aids in surgical decision-making,identifying patients at a high risk of mortality,and selecting subsequent treatment strategies.In this study,we aimed to establish a 5-year prognostic model for patients with early-stage HCC after surgical resection,based on ML and systemic immune-inflammatory indicators.This model seeks to improve the early monitoring of high-risk patients and provide personalized treatment plans.
基金Supported by the High-Level Chinese Medicine Key Discipline Construction Project,No.zyyzdxk-2023005Capital’s Funds for Health Improvement and Research,No.2024-1-2173+2 种基金National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.82474419 and No.82474426Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation,No.7232272Beijing Traditional Chinese Medicine Technology Development Fund Project,No.BJZYZD-2023-12.
文摘BACKGROUND Clinically significant portal hypertension(CSPH)is a crucial prognostic deter-minant for liver-related events(LREs)in patients with compensated viral cir-rhosis.Liver stiffness measurement(LSM)-related markers may help to predict the risk of LREs.AIM To evaluate the value of LSM and its composite biomarkers[LSM-platelet ratio(LPR),LSM-albumin ratio(LAR)]in predicting LREs.METHODS This study retrospectively enrolled compensated viral cirrhosis patients with CSPH.The Cox regression model was employed to examine the prediction of LSM,LPR,and LAR for LREs.The model performance was assessed through receiver operating characteristic,decision curve,and time-dependent area under the curve analysis.The Kaplan-Meier curve was used to evaluate the cumulative incidence of LREs,and further stratified analysis of different LREs was per-formed.RESULTS A total of 598 patients were included,and 319 patients(53.3%)developed LREs during follow-up.Multivariate proportional hazards modeling demonstrated that LSM,LPR,and LAR were independent predictors of LREs.LPR had better performance in predicting LREs than LAR and LSM(area under the curve=0.780,0.727,0.683,respectively,all P<0.05).The cumulative incidence of LREs in the high-risk group were significantly higher than that in the low-risk group(P<0.001).Among the different LREs,LPR was superior to LSM and LAR in predicting liver decompensation,while the difference in predicting hepatocellular carcinoma and liver-related death was relatively small.CONCLUSION LPR is superior to LSM and LAR in predicting LREs in compensated viral cirrhosis patients with CSPH,especially in predicting liver decompensation.
基金Supported by National Key Protected Plant Investigation Project in Anxi Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve Primarily Focusing on Alsophila spinulosa,Paris polyphylla,and Angiopteris fokiensis([350524]BWZ[CS]2024003).
文摘[Objectives]To analyze the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve,Fujian Province.[Methods]This study examined the composition of lycophytes and ferns in Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve through field investigations and specimen identification,supplemented by a review of relevant literature.[Results]A total of 84 species of lycophytes and ferns were identified,encompassing 55 genera and 29 families.This included 14 species of lycophytes distributed across 8 genera and 3 families,as well as 70 species of ferns belonging to 47 genera and 26 families.Polypodiaceae and Selaginella were the dominant family and genus,respectively,while oligospecific families and monotypic genera were significant components of lycophytes and ferns in the region.The distribution types of these families were primarily cosmopolitan and tropical.The Germline differentiation degree(SD)was 3.34,and the proportion of rare or endangered species among lycophytes and ferns was 8.33%.[Conclusions]Yunzhongshan Nature Reserve possesses a diverse array of lycophyte and fern species.This study offers valuable scientific insights that can inform efforts related to the conservation of biodiversity,resource utilization and development,species introduction,and system evolution of lycophytes and ferns within the reserve.
基金sponsored by the One Health Interdisciplinary Research Project,Ningbo University,Open Fund of Key Laboratory of Aquacultural Biotechnology Ministry of Education in Ningbo University,and K.C.Wong Magna Fund of Ningbo Universitythe National Natural Science Foundation China(32270115)+1 种基金National Key R&D Program of China(2018YFD0901102)Fundamental Research Funds for the Provincial Universities of Zhejiang(SJLY2021015)。
文摘Fructose consumption has risen dramatically in recent decades due to the use of sucrose and high fructose corn syrup in beverages and processed foods,contributing to rising rates of hyperuricemia.The purpose of this experiment was to explore the anti-hyperuricemia effects of an active oligopeptide(GPSGRP)derived from sea cucumber in fructose induced hyperuricemia mouse model,and to clarify the underlying mechanism in sight of gut microbiota and serum metabolites.Peptide GPSGRP treatment rebalanced uric acid metabolism and alleviated inflammatory response in mice.In addition,treatment with GPSGRP decreased the abundance of Bacteroides and Proteobacteria at the phylum level,Muribaculum,Prevotella and Bacteroides at the genus level,and inhibited the related pathways of purine metabolism and glycolysis/gluconeogenesis metabolism.Moreover,serum metabolites,including linoleic acid,indole and its derivatives,arachidonic acid and uridine,as well as related metabolic pathways,such as tricarboxylic acid cycle,ketone production and sugar production,were altered in response to GPSGRP treatment.This study provides a valuable reference for the application and development of marine biological peptides in uric acid management.
文摘Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a kind of serious mental disorder that occurs after severe traumatic events. It is characterized by severe emotional and memory damage. This paper reviews the relevant research literature on PTSD at home and abroad in recent years, and reviews the mechanism of cognitive impairment in mental trauma to reveal the functional mechanism of cognitive impairment in post-traumatic stress disorder, in order to provide reference for future research.
文摘<strong>Objective:</strong> Against a background of the two-child policy in China, the objective is to explore the effects of lower limb strengthening exercises on hospitalized pregnant women put on bed rest for prevention of miscarriage. <strong>Method:</strong> Sixty cases of pregnant women admitted to the Department of Obstetrics in one of the highest ranking hospitals in Guangzhou, China, during the period from November 2018 to December 2019 for the purpose of preventing miscarriage were selected. They were divided into an experimental group and a control group of 30 cases each. The control group was put under routine care while the intervention group conducted lower limb muscle strengthening exercise on top of the routine care. After the intervention, the conditions of lower limbs, the psychological states and the results of pregnancy for the two groups were compared. <strong>Results: </strong>After the intervention, the scores of the experimental group in anxiety, depression and postpartum depression were lower and leg circumferences were smaller compared to the control group. The difference is statistically significant (<em>P</em> < 0.05). The experimental group had longer gestation than the control group and was able to get out of bed earlier than the control group after delivery, with statistically significant difference (<em>P</em> < 0.05). <strong>Conclusion:</strong> Lower limb muscle strengthening exercises can effectively improve the physiological and psychological states of pregnant women hospitalized for prevention of miscarriage and promote their postpartum recovery.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China,No.81801208(to LSO)Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,No.202102080053(to YF)+1 种基金Science and Technology Program of Guangzhou,No.202007030001(to YMT)Science and Technology Planning Project of Guangzhou,No.202102020027(to ZL)。
文摘MicroRNAs(miRNAs)play an important regulatory role in neuronal growth and development.Different mi RNAs target different genes to protect neurons in different ways,such as by avoiding apoptosis,preventing degeneration mediated by conditional mediators,preventing neuronal loss,weakening certain neurotoxic mechanisms,avoiding damage to neurons,and reducing inflammatory damage to them.The high expression of mi RNAs in the brain has significantly facilitated their development as protective targets for therapy,including neuroprotection and neuronal recovery.mi RNA is indispensable to the growth and development of neurons,and in turn,is beneficial for the development of the brain and checking the progression of various diseases of the nervous system.It can thus be used as an important therapeutic target for models of various diseases.This review provides an introduction to the protective effects of mi RNA on neurons in case of different diseases or damage models,and then provides reference values and reflections on the relevant treatments for the benefit of future research in the area.